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Lead Software Engineer (Platform Developer Experience Team)

A marketplace that empowers independent artists to sell and scale their work, bringing unique design to consumers worldwide.
$139,776 - $235,200
DevOps
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
101 - 500 Employees
8+ years of experience
E-Commerce

Job Description

Minted, a thriving marketplace that connects independent artists with global audiences, is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to spearhead their Platform Developer Experience team. This role represents a crucial opportunity to shape the next generation of developer experience platform, focusing on essential engineering functionalities including QA automation, infrastructure as code, CI/CD pipelines, and development tooling optimization.

The position combines technical leadership with hands-on engineering, requiring someone who can both architect solutions and mentor team members. You'll be responsible for driving innovation in developer tooling while ensuring seamless collaboration across engineering, product, and leadership teams. The role demands expertise in modern programming languages, infrastructure as code (particularly Terraform), and CI/CD practices.

Minted offers a competitive compensation package varying by location, with the highest tier ranging from $179,200 to $235,200 for the San Francisco Bay Area. The company provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), parental leave, and various wellness perks. This hybrid role offers the flexibility of remote work while maintaining connection with a dynamic team.

As a company that has raised over $300M from top-tier investors and serves over 75 million homes worldwide, Minted represents a unique opportunity to impact how independent artists reach global markets while working with cutting-edge development tools and practices. The role is perfect for a technical leader who is passionate about developer experience, enjoys mentoring others, and wants to contribute to a platform that makes a real difference in the creative community.

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Responsibilities For Lead Software Engineer (Platform Developer Experience Team)

  • Lead the engineering team by setting technical direction, driving best practices, and fostering a culture of excellence
  • Lead and drive large projects and initiatives within the Developer Experience domain
  • Mentor and coach team members to elevate their technical and professional skills
  • Define and implement technical solutions for Developer Experience
  • Oversee development processes, including system architecture, code quality, and deployment pipelines
  • Solve complex engineering challenges, integrating systems for QA automation, CI/CD, and infrastructure as code
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to define and deliver a cohesive roadmap
  • Enhance system performance through iterative improvements
  • Ensure robust testing frameworks and implement continuous improvement strategies

Requirements For Lead Software Engineer (Platform Developer Experience Team)

Python
Kubernetes
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field or similar relevant working experience
  • 8+ years of experience in software engineering, with 3+ years in a leadership role
  • Proficient in modern programming languages and frameworks
  • Proven experience designing scalable architectures and maintaining mission-critical systems
  • Experience in QA Automation, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform), Python, and CI/CD practices
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Prior experience in platform engineering or developer productivity tooling

Benefits For Lead Software Engineer (Platform Developer Experience Team)

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
Commuter Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
  • Employer Funded Health Savings Account
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employer Paid Wellbeing Apps
  • Monthly Gym/Wellness Reimbursement
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Employer Funded Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Discount
  • Friends and Family Discount

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